Iguratimod

INFORMATION ABOUT IGURATIMOD

Iguratimod Uses

Iguratimod is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

How Iguratimod works

Iguratimod is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD). It works by improving abnormal immunological response and suppressing the production of substances that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) in rheumatoid arthritis.

Common side effects of Iguratimod

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Photosensitivity, Decreased appetite, Itching, Hives, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Aplastic anemia

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MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated

16 Nov 2023 | 08:13 AM (UTC)

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